Save Me from Myself | Brian Welch

Save Me from Myself: How I Found God, Quit Korn, Kicked Drugs, and Lived to Tell My Story

Accolades & Recognition

• “Compelling story of an out-of-control life, a devastating drug addiction, and a miraculous redemption through Jesus Christ.” — Entertainment Weekly
• “Not your typical testimony account . . . surprisingly engrossing.” — CCM Magazine
• “[A] tale of how religion can save a lost soul . . . the book explains, without becoming preachy, how Welch gave up rock stardom for a Christian lifestyle.” — Library Journal

Extended Synopsis

In February 2005, more than ten thousand people in Bakersfield, California, witnessed Brian “Head” Welch—the former lead guitarist of the controversial rock band Korn—being saved by Jesus Christ. The event sparked an international media frenzy as observers sought to understand what led the multi-platinum rock star out of the darkness and into the light.

In this courageous memoir, Head offers a backstage pass to his years touring with Korn, detailing the chaos of Ozzfest and the Family Values tour. Writing openly about his secret, all-consuming addiction to methamphetamines, he reveals how relentless touring, recording, and partying trapped him in a cycle he could not break on his own. Despite numerous attempts—and even the birth of his daughter—nothing could help him kick the habit permanently until his dramatic spiritual awakening. Head describes his journey out of addiction, his departure from Korn, and how his newfound faith transformed his life, his music, and his relationship with his daughter.

About the Author

Brian "Head" Welch is an American musician, author, and the co-founder and former lead guitarist of the multi-platinum nu-metal band Korn. He has authored several books chronicling his recovery, spiritual journey, and return to music.

Reader Targeting

• Fans of rock music memoirs, heavy metal history, and behind-the-scenes accounts of tour life.
• Readers seeking powerful personal testimonies of overcoming addiction and finding spiritual redemption.
• Biographers and music enthusiasts interested in the cultural and personal impact of the nu-metal era.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Save Me from Myself about?
It is the candid autobiography of Brian "Head" Welch, chronicling his rise to fame with Korn, his secret methamphetamine addiction, and his dramatic spiritual awakening and departure from the band.

What event inspired Brian "Head" Welch to change his life?
In February 2005, Welch publicly embraced his faith in Jesus Christ in Bakersfield, California, which led him to leave Korn and seek a healthier path for himself and his daughter.

Who is the author of the book?
Brian "Head" Welch, the co-founder and former lead guitarist of the multi-platinum nu-metal band Korn.